Charlotte, NC – April 8th – An intriguing non-conference matchup awaits lacrosse fans in Charlotte, NC, on Monday, April 8th, at 7:00 pm ET. The undefeated Charlotte Catholic Cougars (13-0) take on the Myers Park Mustangs (6-3) in a battle between North Carolina high school lacrosse teams. The Cougars, boasting a perfect record and a dominant home record, will be heavily favored against the Mustangs, who are looking to snap a two-game losing streak.
What it is: North Carolina High School lacrosse
Matchup: Myers Park Mustangs vs Charlotte Catholic Cougars
Time: Monday, Apr 8, at 7pM ET
Game Type: non-conference
Locations: Charlotte, NC
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
Charlotte Catholic Cougars Aiming for Continued Perfection
The Charlotte Catholic Cougars enter the game in phenomenal form, with an unblemished record (13-0) and a perfect record at home (5-0). Their offense has been a juggernaut, averaging over 16 goals per game, while their defense has been impressive, allowing a mere 8 goals per game on average. They will be looking to extend their winning streak and solidify their position as one of the top teams in the state.
Myers Park Mustangs Hoping to Bounce Back
The Myers Park Mustangs enter the game with a respectable record (6-3) but will be aiming to find their winning ways again after dropping their last two games. Their offense has averaged over 17 goals per game, but their defense has shown inconsistency, allowing over 12 goals per game on average. The Mustangs will need to tighten up defensively and find a way to generate consistent offense against the dominant Charlotte Catholic defense.
Statistics Heavily Favor Dominant Charlotte Catholic
The significant disparity in win-loss records and the Charlotte Catholic Cougars’ offensive and defensive dominance paint a clear picture. Their perfect record and stifling defense suggest a clear favorite for this non-conference matchup.
Can the Mustangs Upset the Cougars?
While an upset is a major long shot, the Myers Park Mustangs will be aiming to defy expectations. They will need a lights-out performance from their defense and a breakout offensive effort to challenge the Charlotte Catholic Cougars. The Cougars, on the other hand, will be determined to maintain their perfect record and showcase their prowess in front of their home crowd. Expect a convincing victory for Charlotte Catholic if they continue their offensive onslaught and strong defense, but a glimmer of hope for Myers Park if they can find a way to limit scoring opportunities and capitalize on any offensive mishaps by the Cougars.
